Big Sky Fine Art has dated this French Abstract Oil Painting to the 1960s.
French ( b.1926 - d.1984 ).
The Channel Of Gravelines, Grand Fort-Philippe, France.
Oil On Canvas.
Signed Lower Right.
Image size 22.4 inches x 30.9 inches ( 57cm x 78.5cm ).
Frame size 28 inches x 36.4 inches ( 71cm x 92.5cm ).
The painting is presented and supplied in its original frame (which is shown in these photographs).
The frame, canvas and the painted surface have benefitted from cleaning, restoration and conservation, which was performed on our instruction, supervision and approval. With craquelure throughout, the paint surface has been painstakingly stabilsed to arrest any further possible propagation.
This vintage painting is in a good sound decorative condition. It wants for nothing and is supplied ready to hang and display.
The painting is signed lower right.
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A powerful expressionist artist, Raymond Picque was also a co-founder of the Gravelines Group in 1961. This Group led directly to the creation of the Museum of Design in Gravelines, which is the only French museum dedicated exclusively to the original print. As an artist, he drew and painted the coastline and landscape of his region with passion and directness.
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This striking original oil on canvas painting by renowned French artist Raymond Picque (1926–1984) captures the atmospheric beauty of The Channel of Gravelines, Grand Fort-Philippe. Executed in Picque’s expressive, textural style, the piece evokes a windswept, industrial coastal scene where working boats glide across pale waters under a moody, overcast sky. Bold brushstrokes in slate grey, ochre, and midnight blue create depth and movement, drawing the viewer into the rugged charm of this northern French seaport.
Signed by the artist in the lower right corner, this painting exemplifies Picque’s post-impressionist approach and deep connection to maritime landscapes. A fine example of mid-20th century French coastal art, this work would appeal to collectors of marine painting, expressionist oil art, and regional French scenes.
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Big Sky Fine Art has dated this French Abstract Oil Painting to the 1960s.
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Raymond Picque 1926 - 1984. French. Abstract Impressionist Framed Oil Painting by Groupe De Gravelines Founder Artist Circa 1964.
